I have a 2001 dodge ram 1500 5.9l v8 I was wondering cause I don't have alot of money for what I should do first I was thinking a lift kit or a exaust but I can't decide

 

It all depends on what you're doing with your truck. You have to give us more that that^^ so we can help you.

 

IMO a lift kit is way more useful and aesthetically pleasing. Plus (I don't know this for a fact since I haven't done an exhaust yet) the power gains from exhaust midifications aren't that extreme until you start spending big bucks. But a quality lift will be big bucks too, do you want an off road truck or city driver?

 

If money was a deciding factor (and it usually is) I would start with some basics that will either enhance performance and/or operation such as plenum, checing for worn suspension and steering parts, plugs and wires. Then if all is good, look at lift, exhaust or other things. A good lift is not much value if plenum blows and pulgs cat.

+1 depending on what and how you use the truck.

 

Ya I agree with the above statement, because that's how I'm doing it myself. Fix the annoying things first then dive into cool things like that lol

 

I was thinking city and an little offroad

 

fix things that are bad then upgrade, keep the truck drivable, dont guy lift it sky high then own my trans went out.... or i shredded a ring gear... now my truck is jus spent money on lifting i cant even drive.....

 

im thinking maybe a 3 inch lift kit i dont want to start getting into gear problems and all the other stuff. but i want the biggest tire that would look good without affecting everything else if you know what i mean

 

This x 100.

Also,
Check your brake line next to the gas tank to see if it's rusty.

Read the sticky Plenum Thread. All Magnum engines are equipped with this particular flaw which can do a number to your cat, your cylinder heads, and your gas mileage.

 

i was not really worryed about money cause i figured i wanted nice and good reliable parts. thats why i was ether choosing lift or exhaust but im choosing lift but i want a good lift but not to high not to worry about the tran and what ever else could be affected.